Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-1 BATE Borisov - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 3-1 win over BATE Borisov, as Ruben Loftus-Cheek struck three times in a one-sided contest.
Oct 25, 18:00
Willian in action for Chelsea on February 25, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against BATE Borisov
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up for Thursday's Europa League clash against BATE Borisov at Stamford Bridge.
Oct 23, 17:08
Alvaro Morata celebrates with his teammates after scoring Chelsea's winner against Videoton in the Europa League on October 4, 2018
Preview:Chelsea vs. BATE Borisov - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Chelsea's Europa League clash against Belarusian champions BATE Borisov.
Oct 23, 16:49
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Arsenal 'eye Ruben Loftus-Cheek deal'
Arsenal are eyeing a January deal for Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek, according to a report.
Oct 17, 08:29
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek to request Chelsea loan exit?
Midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek will reportedly look to secure a loan exit from Chelsea during the January transfer window.
Oct 14, 16:55
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Sam Allardyce: 'Ruben Loftus-Cheek must leave Chelsea'
Former England boss Sam Allardyce urges Ruben Loftus-Cheek to leave Chelsea in the January transfer window.
Oct 11, 09:20
England's Jordan Henderson gestures in the match against Sweden on July 7, 2018
How England could line up against Croatia
Ahead of Friday evening's UEFA Nations League clash between Croatia and England, Sports Mole looks at how the Three Lions could line up.
Oct 10, 17:45
Alvaro Morata celebrates with his teammates after scoring Chelsea's winner against Videoton in the Europa League on October 4, 2018
Alvaro Morata ends scoring drought to rescue Chelsea
Alvaro Morata scores 20 minutes from time at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea grind out a 1-0 win against a resolute Videoton side in their second Europa League outing.
Oct 4, 20:52
Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Maurizio Sarri promises Chelsea changes in Europe
Head coach Maurizio Sarri says that he 'must make changes' to his Chelsea starting lineup for the Europa League fixture with Videoton.
Oct 3, 16:48
Alvaro Morata in action for Chelsea on August 26, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Videoton
Sports Mole predicts how Chelsea could line up for the visit of Hungarian champions Videoton in the Europa League.
Oct 2, 17:20
Maurizio Sarri reacts during the Europa League group game between PAOK and Chelsea on September 20, 2018
Preview:Chelsea vs. Videoton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the Europa League clash between Chelsea and Hungarian champions Videoton.
Oct 2, 11:04
Eden Hazard celebrates getting his side's first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Cardiff City on September 15, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Liverpool
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, Sports Mole looks at how the Blues could line up.
Sep 27, 13:43
Ross Barkley in action with Naby Keita during the EFL Cup clash between Chelsea and Liverpool on September 26, 2018
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI from those expected to be available for Chelsea's Premier League showdown with Liverpool this weekend.
Sep 27, 13:41
Cesc Fabregas in action for Chelsea on August 7, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Liverpool
Ahead of Wednesday's EFL Cup third-round clash between Liverpool and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at how the Blues could line up at Anfield.
Sep 25, 17:05
An understated Jurgen Klopp during the Premier League game between Liverpool and West Ham United on August 12, 2018
Preview:Liverpool vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the EFL Cup tie between Liverpool and Chelsea at Anfield.
Sep 25, 14:40
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Chelsea ace Ruben Loftus-Cheek 'suffers fresh injury setback'
Ruben Loftus-Cheek will sit out Chelsea's EFL Cup third-round tie with Liverpool because of an ongoing injury issue, according to a report.
Sep 25, 07:55
Chelsea's Eden Hazard arrives for their game with Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Eden Hazard left out of Chelsea squad to face PAOK
Eden Hazard is left out of the Chelsea squad to face Greek side PAOK in their opening Europa League Group L game on Thursday night.
Sep 19, 16:52
Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring for Chelsea on September 23, 2017
How Chelsea could line up against PAOK
Ahead of Thursday's Europa League clash between PAOK and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at how the English giants could line up.
Sep 19, 11:15
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri celebrates after watching his side beat Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Preview:PAOK vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the Europa League encounter between PAOK and Chelsea.
Sep 18, 10:11
Marcus Rashford in action for Manchester United on August 19, 2018
Jose Mourinho hits out at 'compulsive liars' in defence of Marcus Rashford
Jose Mourinho takes a swipe at Liverpool and Chelsea as he launches a defence in response to claims that Marcus Rashford would be better off away from Manchester United.
Sep 14, 10:58
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek 'facing two weeks out'
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek faces two weeks on the sidelines with a foot problem, according to a report.
Sep 13, 22:15
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek refuses to rule out Crystal Palace return
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek insists that he is focused on the Blues, but refuses to rule out a return to Crystal Palace in January.
Sep 12, 22:29
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring for England during his side's international friendly against Switzerland on September 11, 2018
Marcus Rashford fires England back to winning ways against Switzerland
England end a three-match losing streak courtesy of a 1-0 friendly win over Switzerland, with Marcus Rashford getting the only goal of the game at the King Power Stadium.
Sep 11, 20:52
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek: 'I must be patient at Chelsea'
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek admits that he would like to play more regular first-team football but acknowledges the need to be "patient" at the club.
Sep 11, 17:22
England's Jordan Pickford and Ruben Loftus-Cheek during the match against Panama on June 24, 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek hails Sergio Busquets
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek pays tribute to Barcelona's Sergio Busquets following England's 2-1 defeat to Spain on Saturday night.
Sep 11, 08:50
England's Marcus Rashford celebrates with Harry Kane and Kieran Trippier after scoring their first goal in the UEFA Nations League game against Spain on September 8, 2018
Gareth Southgate to rest Harry Kane against Switzerland?
A report claims that Harry Kane is to sit out England's friendly against Switzerland on Tuesday evening, four days before Tottenham Hotspur entertain Liverpool.
Sep 10, 22:39
Danny Drinkwater in action for Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 17, 2018
Leicester City 'want Danny Drinkwater on loan'
Leicester City are reportedly interested in re-signing Danny Drinkwater on loan from Chelsea when the transfer window reopens in January.
Sep 3, 08:31
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Maurizio Sarri: 'Ruben Loftus-Cheek has to improve'
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri insists that Ruben Loftus-Cheek will prove to be an "important" member of his side, but calls on him to improve tactically first.
Aug 31, 13:40
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri celebrates after watching his side beat Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Preview:Chelsea vs. Bournemouth - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Chelsea's Premier League meeting with Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge.
Aug 30, 13:24
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek 'angry with Chelsea over blocked move'
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is reportedly furious with the club after being denied a loan move to either Monaco or Schalke 04 this month.
Aug 29, 08:58
Eden Hazard in action for Chelsea on August 11, 2018
Team News: Eden Hazard handed first league start for Chelsea's trip to Newcastle United
Eden Hazard will make his first Premier League start of the season as Chelsea make two changes to their side for this afternoon's meeting with Newcastle United.
Aug 26, 14:03
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Monaco 'want Ruben Loftus-Cheek on loan'
Monaco reportedly want to sign Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek on loan before the end of the month.
Aug 26, 08:37
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for Chelsea in pre-season on August 3, 2018
Maurizio Sarri confident of Ruben Loftus-Cheek stay
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri insists that he has spoken to Ruben Loftus-Cheek regarding his future at the club and is confident that he will stay.
Aug 24, 13:09
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek to push for loan move?
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek will reportedly look to secure a loan move away from Stamford Bridge if he is not given assurances over his playing time.
Aug 23, 10:34
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Maurizio Sarri explains Ruben Loftus-Cheek omission from Chelsea squad
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri explains the reason behind Ruben Loftus-Cheek's omission from his squad for Saturday's 3-2 win over Arsenal.
Aug 20, 15:30
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek determined to fight for starting place at Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek expresses his intention to fight for a place in the first team under new boss Maurizio Sarri, despite speculation of a move away.
Aug 16, 18:08
Danny Drinkwater in action for Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 17, 2018
Schalke 04 'turn attention to Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater'
Bundesliga side Schalke 04 reportedly turn their attention to signing Danny Drinkwater on loan after missing out on his Chelsea teammate Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
Aug 15, 09:39
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Schalke 04 'not in for Danny Rose, Ruben Loftus-Cheek'
Schalke 04 are not interested in signing either Tottenham Hotspur defender Danny Rose or Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek on loan, according to a report.
Aug 14, 14:48
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Ruben Loftus-Cheek 'to reject Schalke 04 move'
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek reportedly decides to turn down a loan move to Schalke 04 in order to fight for his place in the first team at Stamford Bridge.
Aug 14, 08:48
Kepa Arrizabalaga is unveiled at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Team News: Kepa Arrizabalaga begins in goal for Chelsea
New Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga starts in goal for the clash against Huddersfield Town.
Aug 11, 13:13
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